Death Mask is a fictional character from the anime series Saint Seiya, also known as Knights of the Zodiac. He serves as one of the Gold Saints, specifically the Cancer Gold Saint, who guards the Fourth House of the Zodiac, the House of Cancer. Known for his ruthless and malevolent nature, Death Mask is notorious for his lack of mercy and his belief that justice is determined by the victor. His armor, the Cancer Cloth, grants him formidable powers, including the ability to manipulate souls. His role in the series is as an antagonist to the main characters, the Bronze Saints, who seek to protect Athena and uphold true justice.